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TAPinto.net, a network of 61 franchised online hyperlocal news sites in New Jersey and New York, marked the beginning of 2017 with a record month of traffic in January.

January also marked the launch of TAPinto Newark, which -- out of the gate -- broke the story of a bishop being assaulted in a cathedral in Newark. The article was picked up by ABC, NBC, CBS, the Associated Press and the UK Daily Mail, among many others. The video of the incident has garnered over 1,000,000 views on YouTube.

TAPinto.net, which began in 2008 as an all-online local newspaper in New Providence, NJ founded by residents Michael and Lauryn Shapiro, is now the dominant player in local news. The network provides original local news reporting on a daily basis in more than 75 towns. It is growing while other media organizations are slashing local news coverage and laying off journalists.

For the month of January, TAPinto was read by more than 809,024 unique visitors, breaking its former record of 713,308 established in September 2016.

During the last year, TAPinto has had 5,545,995 unique visitors who've read 18,901,243 pages on the site, both records as well.

"TAPinto sites are locally owned and operated and do their own original local news reporting," said CEO and Publisher Michael Shapiro. "That local ownership and local reporting makes all the difference."

TAPinto provides the backend, training and support to its franchisees. "We've created a growing and successful network of online local news sites that has become a model for the struggling media industry," Shapiro said. "Our innovative model enables our sites to not only produce great original local news content but to also achieve record-breaking traffic and financial sustainability."

Shapiro said TAPinto is proving that journalism, at least on the local level, has a future.

"At a time when pundits are writing the obituary for the news media, we are providing a way forward that respects journalism's rich traditions while creating a sustainable business model from which everyone benefits," he said. "As we continue to grow, we are committed to improving local journalism. Thank you to our readers and our advertisers for your loyalty and support. We would not be here without you."

For more information on franchising TAPinto in your area, please click here.

TAPinto.net was founded by New Providence, New Jersey residents Michael and Lauryn Shapiro, is accredited by the New Jersey Press Association and currently has more than 5.5M readers. The all-online hyperlocal news site boasts more than one hundred columnists, a full-service Community Calendar, Business Directory, and local Real Estate Listings. The public can friend TAPinto.net on Facebook at Facebook.com/tapintolocal and can follow TAPinto.net on Twitter at Twitter.com/tapintolocal

In addition, TAPinto.net is currently offering franchise opportunities in CT, MA, FL, NJ, NY, PA and beyond. Anyone interested in starting an online newspaper in their town is invited to Click here for more information.

Veterans and active service members, bring your families and join us for a FREE Military Family Night Out. This program includes dinner as well as the opportunity to bring parents and children of all ages together while having great fun. Learn in a welcoming atmosphere about supportive strategies to increase family wellness. Acquire new ideas for daily living and connect with other military ...

Veterans and active service members, bring your families and join us for a FREE Military Family ...

Senator Steven Oroho (R-24) expressed disappointment that Governor Phil Murphy failed to address fiscal and structural reforms to lower the cost of government that were proposed by the Economic & Fiscal Policy Workgroup:

“If the Governor wants to know the real state of the state, all he needs to do is read our Path to Progress report that highlights the significant fiscal challenges that ...

Democratic Members of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus Representatives Josh Gottheimer, Thomas Suozzi, Vincente Gonzalez, Anthony Brindisi, Dean Phillips, Max Rose, and Abigail Spanberger met at the White House to sit down with President Trump in the Situation Room regarding the shutdown. Entering the meeting, the Members released the following statement:

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Additional parenting workshops will be available this spring at Project Self-Sufficiency. A course for Fathers will be offered on Tuesdays, March 5th – April 30th, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Workshops for parents of school-aged children will be held on Wednesdays, March 6th – May 1st, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Participants will learn about the different stages of physical and emotional development during ...

Additional parenting workshops will be available this spring at Project Self-Sufficiency. A course ...

Bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senator Steven Oroho (R-Sussex, Warren, Morris) to increase funding for school security was signed into law.

“Improving the safety and security of students and faculty in every classroom is paramount,” Oroho said. “Every student deserves a warm and nurturing environment where they’re not afraid to learn. Every teacher deserves a safe workplace where they can ...

Enrollment for the next session of the New Jersey Youth Corps program at Project Self-Sufficiency is underway. The sixteen-week program launches Monday, February 25th, at Project Self-Sufficiency. The New Jersey Youth Corps gives those who have not completed high school the opportunity to boost their literacy skills, prepare for the high school equivalency exam, obtain on-the-job work ...

Enrollment for the next session of the New Jersey Youth Corps program at Project Self-Sufficiency ...

NEWTON, NJ-Sussex County Habitat for Humanity announces that it is now accepting applications for a 2-bedroom house which will be built in Hopatcong, New Jersey. The price is estimated to be between $100,000 & $115,000 and Sussex County Habitat for Humanity will hold a 30-year interest free mortgage.

There will be a mandatory Home Application Orientation Session at our office: 82 Mount ...

NEWTON, NJ-Sussex County Habitat for Humanity announces that it is now accepting applications for a ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Atlantic Health System’s Morristown Medical Center today announced it has been redesignated as a Magnet® hospital for the fifth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The ANCC’s Magnet Recognition Program® honors healthcare organizations for quality patient care, nursing excellence and innovations in professional nursing practice.

Doctors, Parents Concerned Over End to Food Inspections Counties and States May Help Inspect Food to Help Protect Families Gottheimer Speaks with FDA Commissioner Gottlieb

Today, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), concerned doctors, and parents discussed their concern over the shutdown’s impact on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and their inspections, many of which have been ...

Doctors, Parents Concerned Over End to Food Inspections Counties and States May Help Inspect Food ...